2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 486 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Nitro | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
Model | Nitro | Valiant |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2768 cc | 5562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 102.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |